1. After thoroughly cleaning the potatoes, slice them into thin sticks (you can leave the skin on, if you prefer).
2. Transfer them to a shallow plate and top with your preferred amount of paprika and other seasonings.
3. For two minutes, microwave.
4. The potatoes should then be taken out and placed in the air fryer at 390ºF for 10 minutes, then stirred and left for an additional five minutes.